Head Financial Planning & Analysis DACH (m/f/d)
Ulm, DE
Your responsibilities:
- Develop, monitor, and continuously improve financial plans, budgets, forecasts, and reporting processes for the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland)
- Drive P&L management and forecasting activities in close collaboration with business leaders and functional stakeholders
- Support management in key decision-making processes through deep business understanding and clear communication of financial and operational KPIs
- Prepare financial forecasts, analyses, and management reports to support strategic and operational decision-making
- Conduct business reviews and lead financial planning activities across DACH business units and functions
- Act as a strategic finance business partner, providing recommendations to maximize company performance and shareholder value
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement best practices within FP&A, controlling, and reporting
- Develop efficient and flexible planning and reporting tools that enable business partnering and decision support
- Ensure effective financial processes, internal controls, and compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate closely with Northern Europe regional finance teams and Global Headquarters
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Controlling team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and business excellence
- Support resource optimization and drive financial performance through critical analysis and actionable insights
Your profile:
- University degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, Budgeting, Controlling, or related finance functions
- Proven experience in leading, coaching, and developing teams
- Strong financial modelling capabilities and advanced analytical skills
- Sound knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and business performance management
- Experience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA knowledge is considered an advantage
- Experience with visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Qlik, or similar) is highly desirable
- Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate financial insights into business recommendations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization
- Fluent in English and German, both written and spoken
- Preferably experience within the pharmaceutical, generics, FMCG, or retail industry
What we offer:
- A comprehensive compensation package, including holiday and Christmas bonuses, an attractive company pension scheme, and a comprehensive health and wellbeing program.
- 30 days of annual leave.
- A modern working culture that values initiative, ownership, and active contribution, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities.
- An agile work environment with flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and a dynamic team atmosphere.
- The opportunity to work in an international environment.
- Fresh fruit, complimentary beverages, and an on-site cafeteria.
- An iPhone and iPad available for both business and personal use.
- Hybrid working model.
- Access to EGYM Wellpass and JobRad.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing support for professional and personal matters.
- Corporate Benefits program with a wide range of employee discounts.
Interested? We look forward to receiving your application.